
Wilco Publishing CRJ Next Gen is an advanced and realistic simulation of the Bombardier CRJ Series for Microsoft Flight Simulator X.
The CRJ NextGen family of aircraft is a benchmark for regional jet efficiency in the 60- to 99-seat segment.
Bombardier CRJ Series family of regional jets is recognized as the most successful regional aircraft program in the world.
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FEATURES :
- Bombardier CRJ : CRJ-700/900/1000 reproduced in brand-new High Definition models
- Efficient “clean-view” 2D cockpit with selectable pop-ups for maximum visibility while flying
- Incredibly detailed 3D Interactive “Glass” virtual cockpit with multiple functional switches, knobs and levers and many bespoke programmed animations
- Stunning fully modelled luxury passenger’s cabin and window views
- Flight dynamics engineered by FS flight dynamics expert and tested by active CRJ pilots
- Specific FSX camera point of views for functional and recreational use
- Detailed animations : pilots, windshield wipers, hydraulic suspension, flaps, slats, spoilerons, speed brakes, thrust reversers, landing gear, passengers doors, cargo hatches, stairs
- Eye-candy features : wheel chocks, animated warning flags, cabin attendant figure
- Simulated systems : electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics, automatic bleed air, air conditioning, etc.
- Frame-rate friendly
- Immersive audio experience with digitized sounds set recorded from the real plane : fire alarm, APU, batteries, air conditioning, passenger signs, warnings and caution messages,…
- High resolution liveries (HD) : numerous international airlines and Bombardier’s house livery with high resolution reflective and chrome textures, dynamic shine, night lighting, bump-mapped panel lines and rivets, etc.
- Easy-to-use Paint Kit to create your own airline (Adobe PhotoShop required - No technical assistance provided by Wilco for the use of the Paint Kits)
The following liveries are included :
CRJ-700
BritAir - Delta Connection - Jazz Air (Canada) - Bombardier House livery
CRJ-900
Lufthansa City line - Alitalia/Air One - SAS - China Express - Bombardier House livery
CRJ-1000
Iberia Regional (Air Nostrum) - Bombardier House livery.
The DELUXE version also includes more than 1 hour video footages recorded in the cockpits of the CRJ’s by Flight in the Cockpit (Just Planes Videos). This is available for the CD-Rom and download versions.
The DELUXE version includes the following EXTRA liveries :
CRJ-700 : United Express
CRJ-900 : America West - Eurowings
CRJ-1000 : BritAir
SYSTEMS :
Realistic Flight Management Computer :
- Full management of the worldwide Navigraph database, including SID & STAR
- Full Flight Plan management with lateral and vertical navigation
- Direct function to any waypoint
- Full FIX management (distance, radial, Abeam)
- VNav advisory
- Other functions: POS Init, MSG history
- Traffic & Collision Avoidance System II (TCAS) simulation with visual Traffic Advisory
- Fully digital avionic with new flight director logic for takeoff, digital standby indicator, new engine start logic,…
- Ground Proximity Warning System (GPWS) with multiple callouts
- Compatible with Navigraph database
- Pop up EFIS screens (PFD, ED,...) for multi-monitor displays
- Numerous warnings and caution messages
- Multi Function Displays including NAV, Plan, Rose, Radio modes,…
- Comprehensive and accurate autopilot system
- Panel Hotspots to quickly access multiple 2D panels
- Battery and generators switches fully operative with corresponding action
- APU start up/shutdown sequences fully simulated for a complete Cold & Dark cockpit
- Anti-icing system
- Fully working FADEC for engine management
MANUAL :
Comprehensive installation and flight training manual to teach you step by step all systems and procedures.
Compatibilities :
- VRinsight modules : CDU II, Multi Switch Panel, Instrument Radio Stack,…
- Go Flight modules
- Track IR (Natural Point)
- TCAS supporting online flights on IVAO and VATSIM networks
- Support for any network using the FS multiplayer mode
The CRJ NextGen is not an update for the previously released Regional Jet Vol.1 – CRJ (and New Generation) but a completely new development for FSX.
The CRJ NextGen doesn't feature a PILOT IN COMMAND developement level. Complexity of some procedures and/or equipment functionnalities may have been reduced to suit beginners and medium skilled simmers.
the buttons and switches in the VC are not working well
Fmc is only basic but works ok
Sids are more or less ok but the Stars are mostly not
I didn't like the plane in the beginning but I use now mostly the 2D panel which you can configurate as you like it. And in the 2d panel all the switches work without problems
So now that I have learned how to use it I really like it quite much.
I won’t go into the gory details – It simply appears that they sent to production what was essentially a work in progress. I’ve tried to complete flight assignments using the included FMS, but the interface was so kludgey, I couldn’t even enter a flight plan. That said, the addon did install, and you can start the engines and fly it. That’s the only reason I didn’t give it one star.
One a final note; there is tremendous pent up demand for Aerosoft/Digital Aviation’s implementation of the CRJ series of Regional Jets, that is rumored to be released in a next few weeks. That there is such a demand for CRJs that this Wilco’s add on hasn’t benefited from is indicative of this package’s poor quality. 2 stars.
Don't waste your time and money.
I totally regret it
Afteral wilco should have included that in their manuals, they are too shallow. otherwise the aircraft isn't bad
This product is one of the give my money back products.
I'm lot happier whit the old CRJ 200 and 700 series
The autopilot for instance is simply not for any use. The buttons there work or don't work just as they like to.
I purchased this product a few days after it was released. I must say that I cannot believe that Wilco let this fly out of their hangar. The aircraft's FDE is that of the original(2006), same with the sounds. Real world CRJ pilots said for themselves that this is nowhere close to a real CRJ. I was utterly disappointed with my purchase but still pushed forward to try to get some things fixed. I emailed them every time a service update came out and my issues were still not addressed. It's a true shame, I should have never purchased this addon knowing that this is the same designers of the Wilco 737 EVO. I wish FeelThere would have jumped onboard with this. True shame.
Aircraft model is decent, however there are no liveries, and the paintkit is the most difficult that I have ever seen.
- Microsoft Flight Simulator X SP1 & FSX SP2 (or Acceleration Pack) or Prepar3D
- Windows XP 32 - Vista 32 bits - Seven 32-64 bits
- Intel Core 2 Duo CPU (2x 2666Mhz) or equivalent (Core 2 Quad CPU recommended)
- 2 GB RAM
- DX9 Graphic Card with at least 256 MB (512 MB strongly recommended)
- 1.81Gb Hard disk space.
- CRJ Next Gen requires an internet connection to be installed.